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Replacing the Heater Radiator on the Volkswagen Jetta

Model: Volkswagen Jetta A4, MK 4 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Heater core

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This guide provides step-by-step instructions to remove and replace the cabin heater radiator on the Volkswagen Jetta. First, get in the vehicle and start by removing the steering wheel and its airbag, disconnecting the electrical connector and unscrewing the central screw; then remove the steering angle sensor and the instrument cluster, as illustrated in the video.

At this point, remove the entire central instrumentation, take out the radio and the climate control buttons; also remove the glove compartment. Finally, remove the dashboard, following the video tutorial to the end for the replacement of the heater radiator!


Updated on 17 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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